Quantitative Trader Intern - Summer 2027

ittihad medical centre; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

ittihad medical centre is offering a 10-week trading internship in Chicago, Illinois. Interns will work closely with experienced traders on real projects and receive mentorship to develop their skills.

The program includes comprehensive training in financial markets and offers a competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The ideal candidate is a current university student graduating in 2027 or 2028, with a strong interest in financial markets and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills are essential.
• Must be a current student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028.
• Interest in Financial Markets is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training on options theory and trading simulations.
• Work on real projects with traders and technologists.
• Build valuable connections in a supportive environment.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Desire to learn and solve complex problems

Team player with a proactive mindset

Interest in Financial Markets

Experience in a programming language (e.g. Python)

Education

Current university student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028

Pursuing a degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Economics)

Job description

Our 10-week trading internship is your chance to experience life as a trader at IMC through engaging and challenging training and project work. Throughout the summer, you will receive comprehensive support from dedicated trainers and a mentor to guide you in your work and professional development. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full-time Graduate Trader position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!

Your Core Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom-based training covering options theory, core principles of financial markets and trading simulations
• Team up with traders and technologists to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
• Develop skills throughout the summer with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
• Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
• Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
• Attend a full schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees

Your Skills & Experience

• Current university student graduating between September 2027 and July 2028 that is pursuing a degree in a quantitative field of study (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Economics)
• Strong analytical skills
• Desire to learn and solve complex problems
• Thrives and is able to make decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Not afraid to ask questions, take responsibility and learn from experience
• A team player with a proactive mindset
• Interest in Financial Markets; previous knowledge is NOT required
• Experience in a programming language is a plus (e.g. Python, Matlab or R)
• Must be able to start the internship on June 7, 2027

Base Salary: $250,000